Founded in 2019 by celebrated Singaporean chef Reif Othman, Reif Japanese Kushiyaki completely transformed Dubai's dining scene with its unconventional approach. Eschewing common staples like sushi, the Dar Wasl eatery focuses on robata-style skewered meats and its viral Wagyu katsu sandwiches. Chef Reif merges Japanese sensibilities with French and Italian culinary fundamentals, delivering highly inventive, deeply flavorful comfort food. The restaurant's originality and consistency earned it a Michelin Bib Gourmand.